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At least 12 people died after the devastating inferno destroyed the block in north Kensington, west London, with the death toll expected to rise.

The London Fire Brigade said this morning: “Crews have been working at the scene of the Grenfell Tower fire through the night and will remain there today.”

Kensington's newly-elected Labour MP Emma Dent Coad also praised all the emergency services who she said had “worked incredibly hard throughout the night, tackling the fire and tending to those injured”.

Firefighters and emergency services at the scene Credit:
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A massive fire ripped through the 27-storey apartment block in west LondonCredit:
AFP

More than 200 firefighters continued the grim search for victims overnight. Several firefighters suffered minor injuries in the blaze.

Many social media users have praised the fire service, @mrkernow posted: “Thank you @LondonFire for your bravery and professionalism.”

Good Morning Britain host Piers Morgan‏ tweeted a photo of firemen, with the caption: “As others run out, they march in. Absolute heroes.”